My GI doctor says I need to have a "sigmoid colectomy" because my current round of diverticulitis simply won't calm down or go away, and it's my 4th or 5th case of diverticulitis. He says it's urgent -- because my bowel is so weakened that it could "pop" at any time, and then the cure would be much worse, if not life-threatening.
So, since I plan to fly from Hawaii to the mainland to do this, how long should I plan? My niece (a doc) says at least 2 weeks just to meet the surgeon and set up for the surgery. But how long do I stay after that? Surely at least 2-4 weeks?
I would appreiate info on what happens AFTER the surgery, so I know more of what to expect.
thanks.
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